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Altötting (German: [altˈʔœtɪŋ] ⓘ, Bavarian: [ɔidˈɛːde̝ŋ]; Oidäding) is a town in Bavaria, capital of the district Altötting of Germany. For 500 years it has been the scene of religious pilgrimages by Catholics in honor of Mary, including a visit by Pope John Paul II in 1980 and one by Pope Benedict XVI in 2006.
“The heart of Bavaria and one of the hearts of Europe”. This is how Pope emeritus Benedict XVI describes the pilgrimage site of Altötting. Indeed, the town has been the spiritual centre of Bavaria for more than 1,250 years and the most important Marian pilgrimage site in Germany for well over 500 years.
- About The Miracles in Altötting
- About The Statue of Our Lady of Altötting
- About The Shrine
- Traveling to Altötting
In the heart of Bavaria lies the town of Altoetting (pronounced Al tooting by the locals). It is often called the “Lourdes of Germany” due to the thousands of pilgrims who come here every year in search of healing. An alternate spelling on some maps and in some guide books is Altotting. The shrine’s reputation began in 1489 when a 3-year old child ...
In her left hand, Mary holds a sceptre with a lily blossom as a sign of her virginity. The Child Jesus rests on her right arm and carries a celestial sphere representing the omnipotence of God. Since the Baroque period, both Our Lady of Altötting and the Child Jesus have worn elaborate crowns adorned with precious stones. These treasures were often...
Today the shrine attracts over 1 million pilgrims each year. The many crutches and other votives on display there testify to the healings attributed to the intercession of Our Lady of Altotting. In 1980 Pope John Paul II made a pilgrimage here. A young Joseph Ratzinger…later to become Pope Benedict XVI…. often came here with his fatherwhen growing ...
Altötting is approximately 60 miles East of Munich. By train, it is about two hours from Munich (in most cases you change trains at Muhldorf). Get train & bus schedules, see fares & buy tickets here. It takes a little less time if you are driving (love the Autobahn). Address:Papst-Benedikt-Platz, 84503 Altötting GPS coordinates:48° 13′ 34.4856” N, ...
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Altötting is the most famous Marian pilgrimage site in Germany. The historical and cultural background, the numerous museums and art treasures make a visit to the Bavarian national shrine well worthwhile.
The Shrine of Our Lady of Altötting, also known as the Chapel of Grace (German: Gnadenkapelle), is the national shrine of Bavaria dedicated to the Blessed Virgin It is known for the many healings which are said to have taken place there, and is commonly called the Lourdes of Germany.
Altötting is considered the most famous place of pilgrimage in Germany, attracting over a million visitors each year. One of the highlights is the Gnadenkapelle (Chapel of Mercy) with the Black Madonna, which attracts not only pilgrims, but also other visitors.
Shrine of Our Lady of Altötting. Altötting is one of the most important and most visited Catholic pilgrimage destination in Europe. The city is in Upper Bavaria, close to the Austrian border.
